South Shoreview San Mateo Homes and Neighborhood Guide
San Mateo neighborhood guide
Also known as Shoreview.
South Shoreview is on the bay side of San Mateo, east of Highway 101 and south of Third Avenue. The Shoreview Parkside neighborhood association covers the area from Highway 92 north to Third Avenue and from Highway 101 east to the bay. Streets are flat and regular, lined with single family homes. Third Avenue and Norfolk Street are the main local roads.
Recreation is close by. Shoreview Park and Recreation Center on Ocean View Avenue has tennis and pickleball courts, a skate park, basketball, a playground and a picnic shelter. Along the shoreline, Seal Point Park has a three acre dog park and a boardwalk over the marsh, and Ryder Park has a play area and picnic tables, all linked by the Bay Trail. Cottage Grove Elementary, the neighborhood community school, sits across the street from Shoreview Park.
South Shoreview is shaded. Borders are approximate, see the San Mateo map for the full picture.
At a glance
- Shoreview Park with tennis, pickleball and a skate park
- Seal Point Park dog park and marsh boardwalk
- Bay Trail access along the shoreline parks
- Cottage Grove Elementary across from Shoreview Park
Homes and Streets
Most homes in the Shoreview area were built between 1940 and 1969, and the housing is nearly all detached single family homes. Expect one story ranch and post war houses, plus some two story homes, on compact level lots. Many have been expanded over the years. A few apartment buildings sit near the main roads.
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Parks and Open Space
Public Schools Nearby
School assignments follow district attendance boundaries, which can split a neighborhood and change over time. Always confirm the school for a specific address with the district, for example the San Mateo-Foster City School District.
Getting Around
San Mateo Caltrain station downtown and Hayward Park station are both a short drive west. Highway 101 runs along the west edge, with Highway 92 just south via Third Avenue and Norfolk Street.
Nearby Neighborhoods
South Shoreview FAQ
Where is South Shoreview in San Mateo?
South Shoreview is on the bay side of San Mateo, east of Highway 101 and south of Third Avenue. The Shoreview Parkside neighborhood association covers the area from Highway 92 north to Third Avenue and from Highway 101 east to the bay.
What are homes like in South Shoreview?
Most homes in the Shoreview area were built between 1940 and 1969, and the housing is nearly all detached single family homes. Expect one story ranch and post war houses, plus some two story homes, on compact level lots.
What public schools are near South Shoreview?
Public schools near South Shoreview include Cottage Grove Elementary School (grades TK-5), North Shoreview Montessori (grades K-8) and San Mateo High School (grades 9-12). School assignments follow district attendance boundaries and can change, so confirm the school for a specific address with the San Mateo-Foster City School District.
What parks are near South Shoreview?
Parks and open space near South Shoreview include Shoreview Park and Recreation Center, Seal Point Park, Ryder Park and Harborview Park.
How do I get around from South Shoreview?
San Mateo Caltrain station downtown and Hayward Park station are both a short drive west. Highway 101 runs along the west edge, with Highway 92 just south via Third Avenue and Norfolk Street.
How can I find homes for sale in South Shoreview?
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Updated October 2026 by Joseph Suarez, Realtor with Coldwell Banker in Burlingame, DRE 02085594.
Sources: City of San Mateo, San Mateo Daily Journal, San Mateo-Foster City School District. Information is believed accurate but not guaranteed.